Physical Therapy
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What is Physical Therapy:
Physical therapists are licensed
health care professionals who evaluate and treat people with
musculoskeletal problems resulting from injury or disease. The
physical therapists at Heritage Physical Therapy measure many
different aspects of human function including muscle strength, joint
range of motion, endurance and balance. They assess where deficits
are causing pain or decreased function. Along with these findings
and in conjunction with the doctor's prescription, our physical
therapists formulate a treatment plan to promote the patient's well
being.
Physical therapists are professional
health care providers who are licensed by the state in which they
practice. Many physical therapists specialize in treating specific
areas of the body such as the back, neck, hand, or shoulder, or they
may concentrate their practice on pre- and post-surgical care,
sports injuries, stroke rehabilitation, or one of many other areas
of physical therapy.
All patients at Heritage Physical
Therapy receive a customized rehabilitation program designed to meet
their particular needs. Our therapists work in coordination with
your physicians to develop an effective rehabilitation programs that
includes:
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Performance of a comprehensive musculoskeletal evaluation
identifying the injury or dysfunction contributing to symptoms.
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Development of a treatment plan that
may consist of manual techniques, therapeutic exercise, modalities
such as heat/cold, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, massage, and instruction in
body mechanics, posture, and preventing re-injury.
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Consistent monitoring and progression of each patient through their
rehabilitation program.
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Development, monitoring and progression of an individualized home
exercise program for each patient.
Frequently Seen
Diagnosis or Disorders Include:
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Muscle Strains
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Joint Sprains
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Neck Pain
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Back Pain
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Tendonitis and Bursitis
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Rotator Cuff Injury
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Rehab after Arthroscopic Surgery
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Rehab after surgery to:
Upper extremity including shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand
Lower extremity including hip, knee, ankle, and foot
Spine including neck and back
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Rehab after joint replacement
surgery
